Learn more about the significant new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning organizations have to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Paraguay to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this growing demand for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Online Education